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Sea-Survival Course in Woods Hole, MA: You Want Me to Do What?
This exercise was the culmination of a daylong course called "Sea Survival for Oceanographic Scientists," offered by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI)'s Safety Office. The course was taught by Joe Murphy and Ken Irving (Massachusetts Maritime Academy), Steve Trimmer (Maritime Training International), Joe Mokry (Ocean Rescue Systems), and Chuck Carter (U.S. Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer). The morning classroom session consisted of lectures on general boat safety, hypothermia safety, and fire safety. The hands-on afternoon session included practice with fire extinguishers, the ins and outs of a PFD (personal flotation device), how to enter the water safely while wearing a PFD, and, finally, the jump off the dock. The eight WHFC folks donned some pretty old "Gumby suits," many of which had a few leaks. Once in the water, the group learned how to maneuver in a suit, how to paddle around individually and in a train, and, finally, how to enter a life raft. It was a challenging and fun course that is now highly recommended for all seagoing staff.
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in this issue:
Williams' Presentation on Videotape Caribbean Climate Change Conference Scientists Speak in Reston & D.C.
Regional Geologist Visits WHFC Award-Winning Student Volunteer
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